| This area is for the faculty and Staff only. For Sending Bulk Email to subscribers. Student Union Center. This site is used for All-Student web conferences. Students can view store items such as school sweaters, shirts, etc. A study of the history of Israel from the conquest of Canaan to the Second Temple period. This course combines literary and historical methodologies and sets Old Testament texts within their ancient world context. Emphasis is placed on the relationship of Israel and Yahweh, represented by prophets and other leaders of faith, and its continuing relevance to believers today. Discussion of the Davidic Covenant and its messianic significance is included. (Prerequisites: THE 221, OTS 126) This course is designed as a basic study in hermeneutics (the science of interpretation). It will prepare the student to recognize the different types of literature (the genres) that make up the Bible, giving the student an appreciation for the various genres in order that he/she may intelligently study the Bible. With greater study principles and materials (historical materials, word studies, commentaries, and other tools) being utilized, this course will give the student the skills necessary to apply Biblical principles to their daily lives. An introduction to the New Testament that examines major themes, broad divisions, key scriptures, major personalities, and the structure and context of each book. Literary and historical backgrounds are also examined. An analysis of the personality, attributes and work of the Holy Spirit in Scripture, especially as manifested in the miracles and life of Jesus. Relevant Old Testament miracles are considered in the light of how the Holy Spirit was revealed to Israel. This course is an investigation of the biblical principles upon which Christianity is based. Students analyze theological issues and formulate their own theological framework based on biblical teaching. Differing views are analyzed in terms of their biblical bases and logical coherence. Students examine major biblical doctrines, including the doctrines of God, the incarnation of God in Christ, the Holy Spirit, Sin, and Salvation. (THE 221 is a prerequisite for all other Bible/theology courses.) This course provides an investigation of the biblical principles upon which Christianity is based. Students analyze theological issues and formulate their own theological framework based on biblical teaching. Differing views are analyzed in terms of their biblical bases and logical coherence. Students examine major biblical doctrines, including the doctrines of God, the incarnation of God in Christ, the Holy Spirit, Sin, and Salvation. (Prerequisite: THE 221) The life of Christ is studied from the texts of the four Gospels. Although some of the critical issues regarding genre and whether the Gospels are reflections of the early church communities are considered, most attention is focused on the geographical, historical, and cultural backgrounds of Jesus’ life, teachings, death and resurrection, as well as on the relevance of the Gospels for today. Este es un estudio de los evangelios, hechos, y epitolas del Nuevo Testamento. A study of the first five books of the Old Testament within their historical and geographical context. Students gain an understanding of origins and early history from a biblical perspective. They trace major themes in the Pentateuch, including covenant and law. They examine the relationship between God and humanity in early history and understand its significance for the Christian today. A study of the history of Israel from the conquest of Canaan to the Second Temple period. This course combines literary and historical methodologies and sets Old Testament texts within their ancient world context. Emphasis is placed on the relationship of Israel and Yahweh, represented by prophets and other leaders of faith, and its continuing relevance to believers today. Discussion of the Davidic Covenant and its messianic significance is included. (Prerequisites: THE 221, OTS 126) A study of the first five books of the Old Testament within their historical and geographical context. Students gain an understanding of origins and early history from a biblical perspective. They trace major themes in the Pentateuch, including covenant and law. They examine the relationship between God and humanity in early history and understand its significance for the Christian today. An introduction to the field of leadership studies. The objective is to expose students to the various theological and theoretical foundations of effective leadership, and to reflect upon their own philosophy of leadership. This course is an introduction to the study of ethical behavior in the context of social and benevolence ministry. The objective is to help students develop an understanding of ethical behavior and decision-making as they form a theology and practice of benevolence ministry. The course activities encourage the student to become reflective upon real community needs in a way that should impact the style and content of their ministry. This course is an introduction to the various streams and vocations of Christian ministry. The objective is to help students see the larger picture of ministry, the particular avenues of ministry, and to place themselves into the field in a thoughtful and self-reflective manner. This course is an introduction to the various streams and vocations of Christian ministry. The objective is to help students see the larger picture of ministry, the particular avenues of ministry, and to place themselves into the field in a thoughtful and self-reflective manner. A study of practical strategies for church planting in a theological framework. Attention is given to major strategies for evangelism such as networking, small groups, home visitation, care ministries, cross-cultural, and media usage. This course is an introduction to the basic principles and skills needed to minister to and help individuals through counseling. Various models of counseling are compared and critiqued. This course is an introduction to ministry in an intercultural setting. The objective is to expose students to principles and practices of effective ministry in an intercultural setting that is relevant and sensitive to the context of a variety of cultures and to be able to effectively minister within these contexts. This course is designed to introduce the two-fold mission of the church (pastoral & laity): to come together in worship, and to go forth into the world with the Gospel. This course will present the leadership gifts that operate within the church, and consider administrative principles and practices and relate these to denominational polity and local church organizational needs in support of this two-fold mission. This course covers the basic principles of New Testament Greek grammar with attention to the mastery of forms, syntax, and basic vocabulary. This course covers the basic principles of New Testament Greek grammar with attention to the mastery of forms, syntax, and basic vocabulary. Introduction to Philosphy (Summer Session) Philosophy is foundational to most other disciplines in that it seeks to address issues and questions about the way the world is or should be, about what is right or wrong, about what is and can be known. In short, philosophy seeks to raise questions which impact the foundations of thought, knowledge, and behavior. In this course, students consider the perspectives and worldviews of the great thinkers of the past, from Socrates to Sartre, including some voices from non-Western perspectives. From the consideration of these thinkers, students will begin to develop and raise their own questions about the foundational issues of how and what we think, do, and know, and how these impact how we live and believe. An introduction to the peoples of the ancient world, including an indepth study of church history. Students investigate various aspects of ancient world cultures including geography, politics, history, art, literature, and religion. Students begin to think historically about their world in terms of patterns in human experience and assess the similarities between conditions prevailing in ancient times and those in the current era. (Prerequisite: OTS 126.) This course is a study of non-Christian traditional religions, including Judaism, Hinduism, Buddhism, and Islam as living religions. Special attention is focused upon the worldview inherent in the religions and the consequent social and cultural impact of these views of reality. This course is an introduction to the principal areas, problems, and concepts of psychology: perception, thinking, motivation, personality, and social behavior. It will be taught from an Apostolic frame of reference. A study of great music and great composers from medieval times through the 20th century. Includes the basic elements of music and an introduction to the orchestra. The course compares qualities of music with those of visual and other art forms. Listening to recorded and performed music is an important part of the course. The components of this course include reading essays and other texts, including short fiction, and models for writing; studying the writing process; writing a sequence of expository essays; and introductory writing of argumentation and research. This course continues ENG 101A, including refined applications of format, documentation, the thesis statement, argumentative arrangement and organization of paragraphs. ENG 101B is devoted to writing arguments on civil rights themes and issues. Students will develop the basic techniques for offering reasons in support of a conclusion and for gathering information to be used in a substantial argumentative research paper.
Este curso examina los caracteristicas y atributos de Dios. Tambien incluye Cristologia, Pneumatologia, y la Unicidad de Dios.
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